Old History photo # 251

White Moon, a Northern Cheyenne who fought at the Battle of Little Bighorn held a US Springfield carbine, caliber .45, serial no. 48482, he took from a slain 7th Cavalry trooper on June 25, 1876. He gave the carbine to Thomas B. Marquis on June 24, 1927, soon after the doctor-historian took his picture. White Moon was 77 years old when he participated with fellow Northern Cheyenne Wooden Leg, Little Sun, Wolf Chief and Big Beaver at the 51st Little Bighorn Battle Reunion. He died in May 1931.

I've seen Several of the Battle of the Bighorn Guns in Museums ...It's awe inspiring

Colorized photos sure bring them to life.

Sure does

Judging by his face, he's had some hard miles on him. Outstanding man, that's for sure.

Stellar photo, 330. Thanks for posting.

Jack

You're Welcome

Keep up the good work sir, I look forward to these posts of yours.

This one is my new favorite. Thanks, 330.

Deadwood SD Museum has some "Battle" Guns on display

I'd Sure love to shoot one!

Same here..